Dragging heavy suitcases through increasingly large airports can be a royal pain in the rear — so why not let them drag themselves? That's exactly what PA Series Luggage ($1,370) was designed for. The cases are built using stress frame technology to provide added strength and reduce weight, and feature flat motor technology built right into the wheels. Additional features include an anti-gravity handle that puts 85% of the weight over the wheels, TSA-approved combination locks, force sensors and tilt switches, a Live Locator ID to help locate your suitcase if you happen to lose it, and an included, built-in umbrella. It's suitcase technology, evolved.

Messenger bag meets backpack in the Patagonia MLC ($160). Designed to take up as much space as carry-on laws allow, the MLC can hold three to five day's worth of clothes, and converts easily from a briefcase-style bag into a backpack for frantic trips through terminals. An internal floating divider and water-resistant laundry locker let you keep your dirty duds away from the clean, while its coated fabrics provide protection for your goods in bad weather.

J.Crew steps up its travel offerings with the Globe-Trotter Centenary Luggage Collection. Handcrafted by Globe-Trotter, the 110 year old British luggage company, the six-piece collection is built to last with Vulcan Fibre shells that can hold the weight of a one-ton elephant. The collection is available in "very limited" quantities with J.Crew custom leather trim and straps. Available for mixing and matching is a 13" vanity case ($1000), a 21" trolley case ($1800), a 26" suitcase ($1800), a 28" suitcase with wheels ($2300), a 30" extra-deep suitcase with wheels ($2200), and a 33" extra-deep suitcase with wheels ($2400).

A modern reinvention of the house slipper, Mahabis Classic Slippers are far more than just something you slip on to get the morning paper. The sleek, award winning one-piece upper is comfortable on its own, but transforms into a quasi-shoe with the detachable TPU sole, letting you transition from indoor to outdoor wear in seconds. Made in Europe, they come in two shades of gray with a choice of sole colors, and are also available in nubuck leather or a breathable mesh that's great for warm weather.

Corkcicle introduces the Waterman series to its hydration line, which takes its already best in class triple insulated cup to another level with the addition of a super durable powder coated finish. This coolest cup ever is crafted from 2 layers of stainless steel with a vacuum seal and is the only insulated Tumbler with a proprietary third layer of insulation that further improves how long its keeps your drinks hot or cold. With easy-grip sides, a no-slip bottom, and shatterproof, drink-thru lid, the Waterman edition offers you best-in-class sipping for your wildest adventures.

With a polycarbonate body and a signature pattern of raised edges inspired by diamond plate, Samsonite Graviton Luggage ($200-$390) offers great looks with outstanding protection. The polycarbonate case offers strength and durability while remaining light and flexible, and the raised ridges serve to both strengthen the case and provide a great-looking exterior. Available in either black or white in several different designs, including our favorite, the 31-inch upright spinner. [Thanks, Dennis]

Sometimes the solution to a problem is so simple, it's surprising no one has thought of it before. Such is the case with the Belkin Mini Surge Protector with USB Charger ($25). Expanding one power outlet into three, the sleek surge bar also offers two USB ports for charging up your gadgets. If you're a frequent traveler, this needs to be in your laptop bag.